How many syllables in “coastlines”?
syllables in "coastlines"
Word details
Syllables
3
coas · tli · nes
Letters
10
c · o · a · s · t · l · i · n · e · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “coastlines”
The word “coastlines” contains 3 syllables, divided as coas · tli · nes. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "coastlines" have?
"coastlines" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "coastlines" into syllables?
"coastlines" is divided into syllables as: coas · tli · nes.
What is the Scrabble score for "coastlines"?
The Scrabble score for "coastlines" is 12 points.
Using “coastlines” in writing
Three-syllable words like "coastlines" (coas · tli · nes) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “coastlines” is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “coastlines”
The letters in “coastlines” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: actionless, sectionals.